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MF59 VXU

2009 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,613 mi
Last recorded57,613 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF59 VXU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 57,613 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 55,660 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 51,555 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2018 51,554 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 47,146 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 45,484 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 40,363 miles

All tyres cracking on edge of tread

Rear exhaust box, clamp deteriorated

Pass 14 Oct 2014 32,372 miles

offside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the cords or ply

Fail 11 Oct 2014 32,369 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

offside front tyre has a cut not deep enough to reach the cords or ply

Pass 16 Oct 2013 27,558 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 20,913 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
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MF59 VXU is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 42,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MF59 VXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MF59 VXU registered?

MF59 VXU is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is MF59 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF59 VXU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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